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| Movie Description Gluttony, greed, sloth, envy, wrath, pride, and lust--these are the seven deadly sins that are being punished with unimaginable cruelty and calculation by an enigmatic killer in David Fincher's bleak thriller SEVEN. Set in a perpetually gloomy unnamed city, the film follows Somerset (Morgan Freeman), a retiring police detective, as he experiences his final week on the job, reluctantly working with assertive newcomer Mills (Brad Pitt). When an obese man is found brutally murdered in his home, the seasoned Somerset realizes this is no ordinary killing--someone tortured him because of his appetite. Slayings that reflect the sins of greed and sloth soon follow, leading Somerset and Mills on a desperate search to find the mysterious John Doe, who is responsible for these methodical murders. As the case builds to a startling conclusion, both Somerset and Mills become more involved than they ever could have imagined. After a brief opening scene, SEVEN immediately cuts to a highly stylized title sequence. An intricate collage of books and photos, scissors and razors, and blood and skin eerily captures the dark, graphic tone of Fincher's intriguing mystery. The film cleverly avoids depicting most acts of violence onscreen, focusing instead on the cryptic remains of the crimes, allowing viewers to investigate along with the detectives. An example of nearly flawless filmmaking, the movie features a meticulously crafted screenplay, brilliant photography and design, sure-handed direction, and excellent performances from the entire cast. All of these elements combine to amazing effect in the film's unforgettably stunning finale.
Notes DVD Features: Region 1 Keep Case 2-Disc Set Disc One: Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.40 Single Side - Dual Layer Audio: DTS ES Discreet 6.1 - English Dolby Digital EX 5.1 - English Dolby Surround - English Dolby Surround - French Additional Release Material: Audio Commentary - 1. David Fincher - Director; Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman - Stars 2. Richard Dyer - Film Historian, David Fincher - Director, Andrew Kevin Walker - Screenwriter, Richard Francis-Bruce - Editor, Michael De Luca - Executive Producer 3. Richard Dyer - Film Historian, David Fincher - Director, Richard Frances-Bruce - Editor, Darius Khondji - Cinematographer, Arthur Max - Production Designer 4. Richard Dyer - Film Historian, David Fincher - Director, Howard Shore - Composer, Ren Klyce - Sound Designer DVD-ROM Features: Script-to-Screen Access Disc Two: Anamorphic Widescreen 2.40:1 Single Side - Dual Layer Audio: Dolby Digital THX EX 6.1 - English Dolby Digital 5.1 - English Dolby Surround - English Dolby Surround - French Additional Release Material: Featurette - 1. MASTERING FOR THE HOME THEATER Deleted Scenes/Outtakes Alternate Audio Tracks Alternate Endings Animated Storyboard Exploration Behind the Scenes Footage Trailers - 1. Original Theatrical Trailers Interactive Features: Multiple Angles Electronic Press Kit Text/Photo Galleries: Production Drawings Storyboards DVD-ROM Features: "John Doe" Web Link, Theatrical release: September 22, 1995. Shot in Los Angeles, California; New York City, New York; and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Screenwriter Andrew Kevin Walker wrote SEVEN while working as a manager at New York's Tower Records. An original opening sequence features Somerset (Morgan Freeman) looking at a house in the country as a future home. While walking through the house, he cuts the print of a flower from the wallpaper and keeps it. Later, at the Mills apartment, he drops the paper flower, and Tracy Mills (Gywneth Paltrow) makes reference to it. Both of these scenes were cut from the final film. Many works of literature are referred to in the film, including writings by Milton, Chaucer, Dante, and Shakespeare. Richard Roundtree (SHAFT) appears in the film as a district attorney. Brad Pitt and Gywneth Paltrow became romantically involved around the time of the movie's filming. Pitt severed a tendon in his hand when he fell during the rainy chase sequence. In audio commentary on the SEVEN DVD, he explains, "So as I'm pushing myself outta this smashed windscreen, I put one hand down on the edge, then I got up and started chasing John Doe down the street. It wasn't 'til I got 'round the corner that I thought: 'Oops, something went wrong....' I ended up cutting a tendon, a nerve through three fingers....It was the only time I saw Finch go green....It was not pretty." The cast he wore for the injury was worked into subsequent scenes. Pitt's contract stated that the film's grim ending could not be changed by the studio. Richmond Arquette, brother of Patricia, Rosanna, David, and Alexis, appears as the deliveryman near the end of the film. He also plays a hospital intern in Fincher's FIGHT CLUB. Real police officers were used as technical advisers on the film. The Los Angeles Film Critics Association voted Kevin Spacey the runner-up for best supporting actor for his body of work in 1995. Howard Shore was the runner-up for best music. SEVEN was one of the surprise hits of the year, taking in more than $95 million at the U.S. box office. Many in the film industry didn't think the film would be so successful because of its grim story line--and (in some people's opinion) a less attractive Brad Pitt. The film opens with "Closer to God" by Nine Inch Nails (as remixed by Coil) and closes with "The Heart's Filthy Lesson" by David Bowie. Beware: Spoilers! Kevin Spacey was supposed to receive top billing along with Pitt and Freeman at the beginning of the film, but the actor insisted that his name not appear in the opening credits in order to surprise the audience with the killer's identity. To compensate, Spacey is listed first in the closing credits. An unfilmed alternate ending features Somerset shooting John Doe. When Mills yells "What are you doing?" Somerset says, "I'm retiring." Editorial Reviews Rolling Stone - p.76-7 - Peter Travers Sight and Sound - p.49-50 - John Wrathall Entertainment Weekly - pp.71-2 - Ty Burr Premiere - p.129 - Josh Rottenberg Variety - Todd McCarthy Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (09/22/1995) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||||
Top Reviews  7 DEADLY SINSReview created: 11/22/05 by:  1 of 5 people found this review helpful. This is a unique movie, I havn't seen anything else like it. And consequently, my #1 favorite movie of all time. Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman give stellar performances in this movie based from the 7 deadly sins. Basically, theY are cops chasing a psyco killer that uses the sins to pick his victims. This movie will keep you on the edge of your seats as, the detectives move close to the killer we all wonder if he will complete his 7. Perfect addition to any collection, I recommend strongly that you Buy this one! PLEASE CLICK IF YOU FOUND THIS HELPFULL, THANKS! Review ID: 10000000000070917 Was this review helpful? Report this review Reviews  It was a great movie.I purchased the movie "seven" not knowing what the movie was about. Needless to say it turned out to be a really great movie and i was very pleased with my purchase. I bought this movie because its something i had not seen and it was a farely decent price. Review ID: 10000000008560759 Was this review helpful? Report this review  NervousReview created: 06/09/08 by: sweetndsassii ( 3 ) It has been about a month after i ordered the movie and still have not received it. I ordered it May 7th and saw on my account it was sent out May 11. It is now June 9th and i have not yet took it into possession. Last time i ordered an item it was prompt with delivery. I just don't want to be giped. Review ID: 10000000007525230 Was this review helpful? Report this review great experience!!Review created: 06/02/08 by: when i ordered the dvd, Seven, i had no idea that i would get the collectors edition. the cover is awesome and the seller let me know that it was coming. i do enjoy ordering dvd's and try to order atleast 6 per month. Review ID: 10000000007368501 Was this review helpful? Report this review a great movie.Review created: 04/02/08 by: this movie was fantastic, especially towards the end. the ending to this movie was one of the most riveting endings to any movie i have ever experienced. Review ID: 10000000006450001 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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